Catholic Schools Week Celebrates Rich Heritage, Ongoing Commitment to Educational Excellence
In the heart of the Diocese of Allentown, the legacy of Catholic education dates back to 1743 when the first Catholic school opened its doors as a single classroom in Bally, Berks County, Pennsylvania. Today, Saint Francis Classical Catholic Academy proudly stands as the second oldest Catholic school in the original 13 colonies. Catholic Schools Week (Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2024), a time-honored celebration, is the perfect time to recognize how…
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Donors, Catholic Causes Benefit From Donations of Appreciated Securities to Endowment Funds
The Perfect End of Year Gift: Appreciated Securities As we approach the end of the year, donors are seeking meaningful ways to make a lasting impact through their charitable contributions. With the stock market reaching all-time highs, one strategy that stands out for its dual benefits of philanthropy and financial savvy is the donation of appreciated securities to endowment funds benefiting Catholic causes. “There are a number of advantages for…
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Early Donors Push Sr. Janice Memorial Fund Past $100,000
Since its inception three months ago, 32 donors have made gifts to the endowment fund started in memory of Sister Janice Marie Johnson, R.S.M. who died in early January 2023. More than $100,000 has been raised to date for the Sr. Janice Marie Johnson R.S.M. Persons With Disabilities Ministry Endowment Fund with the Catholic Foundation. The fund, established with an initial gift from Gary Iacocca, honors Sister Janice’s 65 years…
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Four Pastors Create New Parish Endowment Funds
Three pastors in Bethlehem and one pastor in Pen Argyl started new parish endowment funds with the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania. The funds were created to support parish liturgical programs and activities, as well as ongoing maintenance and capital improvements of the parish physical plants. “A strong, healthy endowment will make a tremendous difference for the future of our parish.” Rev. Anthony Mongiello, Pastor St. Anne Parish, Bethlehem New…
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Perpetual Funds Maintain Cemeteries, Ease Budget Pressure on Parishes
Cemetery funds are essential for the long-term maintenance and upkeep of Catholic cemeteries. A cemetery fund can provide a reliable and sustainable source of income to cover ongoing costs such as landscaping, monument preservation, and general maintenance. The Catholic Foundation manages 24 cemetery funds for parishes located in the Diocese of Allentown. These perpetual care funds relieve the budget pressures placed on a parish to maintain these properties. Endowment Funds…
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Spring Into Action and Make an Impact on Your Favorite Catholic Cause
During his homily on Divine Mercy Sunday (4/16/2023), Deacon Chris Kinsella shared a powerful message of renewal to the congregation attending the 9 AM Mass at St. Thomas More Church in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He said if we choose to believe, Easter, and the days following it, provides all of us with a fresh start – a new beginning to practice our faith. It is an intentional spring cleaning of our…
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The future success of your favorite Catholic cause started with you …
The future success of your favorite Catholic cause started with you … … and your strategic gift to an endowment fund. During the past five years, close to 500 donors made more than 600 gifts to endowment funds managed by the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania to support their favorite Catholic causes. This is tremendous. Thank you. And thanks to those same donors, the Catholic Foundation has grown to more than…
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